Library Assistant I/II - Lemoore Branch

Kings County•Hanford, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Kings County Library is seeking a full-time Library Assistant for the Lemoore Branch. The position supports daily library operations through circulation services, patron assistance, database maintenance, administrative and customer service work, community outreach, educational activities, and library programs. Opportunities for growth within the Library Assistant series are available as experience is gained, with the ability to take on more complex tasks and work with greater independence. The role includes serving patrons and supporting library staff, maintaining collections and records, helping deliver programs and outreach, and performing standard office support. Some duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities may be performed in a learning capacity at Level I. Work assignments may change, and reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified employees to perform essential job functions.

Requirements

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
Library Assistant I: One year of general office or retail experience, including customer service or public contact duties.
Library Assistant II: One year of experience at a level equivalent to the Library Assistant I classification in Kings County.
Possess a valid California driver's license issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles at the time of appointment.
Qualify for security clearance through a background investigation and fingerprint check.
Ability to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and travel within and outside the County.
Ability to travel and work alone at outlying branches.
Ability to drive the mobile library.
Work experience for the last 15 years must be included in the application work history; relevant education and experience should also be listed even if it extends beyond that period.
Submit a completed application and supplemental questions; a resume may be attached but does not replace completing the application.

Responsibilities

Conduct circulation activities, including checking materials in and out, calculating and collecting fines and fees, and explaining circulation policies and procedures.
Assist professional library staff with reference duties and children's programming, and refer difficult problems to appropriate supervisory or professional staff.
Conduct community outreach and education about library programs and services; organize and participate in outreach events and prepare related materials.
Contact patrons about overdue materials; manage online reserve requests, reserve materials, notify patrons when materials are available, and process inter-library loan requests.
Conduct program-specific outreach to identify patron needs, connect patrons with available services and supports, and maintain a services directory.
Sort, collect, stack, shelve, and re-shelve library materials; disinfect returned materials before recirculation.
Process library card applications, issue cards, and maintain patron records using the library automation system.
Receive, research, and respond to reference requests; locate and provide information and materials; instruct patrons in the use of library equipment, reference sources, internet, electronic databases, and technology devices.
Monitor the condition of library materials, perform minor mending or refer materials for repair, and assist in identifying materials for removal from the collection.
Assist in developing literature-based and educational library programs and activities.
Oversee circulation activities at assigned remote branches with limited services and operating hours.
Help ensure proper maintenance and use of library equipment.
Perform office support duties, including answering telephones, maintaining files, operating computer terminals and standard office equipment, and ordering supplies.
Maintain subscription orders and renewals and record receipt of serials.
May add materials to the library database; serve on committees, task forces, or planning groups; assist with reports; prepare branch bank deposits and deliver them to the Treasurer’s office; create public relations materials; conduct library orientation tours; and train less experienced staff and volunteers.
Perform related duties as assigned.